Compare performance (102 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 20,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Citroen Berlingo?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Renault Express is moderately cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Citroen Berlingo costs 20,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,206 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Citroen Berlingo offers visibly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen Berlingo is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.2 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Berlingo delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is slightly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries a bit more – 840 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.
The Citroen Berlingo is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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The Citroën Berlingo is a charming, practical MPV that blends everyday versatility with a comfy ride and clever storage tricks that make life easier for families and small businesses. It won’t star in a sports-car ad, but its sensible layout, enormous load flexibility and friendly demeanor mean it often wins on plain common sense — perfect for school runs, weekend escapes and the odd IKEA mission.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
509 - 840 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Citroen
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